Artisan Assistant - Farmpack, Low's Creek

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Our purpose

Touch lives – for the better: We always aim to make a positive impact in people’s lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry. And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Artisan Assistant to support our Artisan in performing maintenance, inspections, and repair work.

This role is hands-on and requires someone who is eager to learn, able to follow instructions, and comfortable working in physically demanding environments.

Requirements

• Grade 12/NQF4
• Strong mechanical background will be an advantage
• Troubleshooting is essential
• Ability to use basic hand tools (grinders, drills, spanners, etc.)
• Physically fit and comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces (to be confirmed with Medical Fitness Certificate)
• Able to follow safety instructions and work safely at all times
• Willingness to learn new skills (fitting, welding, cutting, fabrication)
• Valid driver’s license (advantage)
• Applicable knowledge and skill will serve as an advantage
• Experience is essential on a Ward Rotary Dye Cut machinery
• Experience is essential on automatic box erecting and glueing machines

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform basic duties according to order and under supervision including the use of electrical hand equipment (grinder, drill, test meters) and basic welding experience
• Assist in boiler making activities such as cutting, grinding and basic welding where trained
• Assist in the fabrication, fitting, and assembly of mechanical parts and components
• Support artisans during mechanical builds, repairs, or custom installations
• Assist the Artisan with preventative maintenance and related infrastructure
• Help with inspections of equipment, structures, chutes, valves, and mechanical components
• Support with basic repair tasks under supervision
• Cleaning of cables and electrical equipment during daily maintenance
• Constant complying with health and safety standards in execution of worksheets and maintenance
• Offer a high quality of work in a neat manner
• Work closely with the maintenance team and site personnel during repairs and installations
• Travel with the Artisan to various sites for routine work and emergency support
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Willing to undergo training towards qualification

Skills Required

• Independent
• Team player
• Able to perform well under high pressure environment
• Practical, hands-on ability and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of Mechanical work and other maintenance work

OTHER INFORMATION

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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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